English–Chinese
“careful” in Chinese
How to say “careful” in Chinese
“Careful” in Chinese is 细心 (xì xīn).
Attention rests on the small parts of a task, so minor details do not slip past.
Example sentences with 细心
护士在手术过程中非常细心，确保没有遗漏。hù shì zài shǒu shù guò chéng zhōng fēi cháng xì xīn què bǎo méi yǒu yí lòu
The nurse is very careful during the operation, making sure nothing is overlooked.
Tips for using 细心
- English often uses one word for both detail-focused work and avoiding danger, while this adjective centers on noticing details rather than preventing harm.
